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New Name, Hours of Operation for “Job Club” Resource Center

Heads up, Asheville Job Seekers! Job Club has been renamed the STEP Career Resource Centerand is now open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The STEP (Skills Training Employment Program) Career Resource Center is a place for local job seekers to gain one-on-one assistance with their job search, from writing a resume to practicing interview skills and completing online job applications.

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Celebrate Black History Month by Hiring Southside Kitchen Catering!

Hosting an event during the month of February? Support a black-run business and let Southside Kitchen do the cooking for you! Book catering for a February meeting or event using code GOBHM2018 to receive 10% off your entire order.

From heart-healthy meals to classic Southern-fare, our Southside Kitchen catering team has you covered. Southside Kitchen is a social enterprise of Green Opportunities.

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“At every turn, they were there to really support me.” Watch Kitchen Ready graduate Guy Stivender’s StoryShare

“I would recommend Kitchen Ready to anyone who’s not working and who’s looking for something to attach them self to.” – Guy Stivender

Guy Stivender had no cooking experience when he joined Green Opportunities’ Kitchen Ready training program. Since graduating in November 2016, Guy has worked as a contractor for GO’s Southside Kitchen social enterprise, preparing meals for the United Way’s Homework Diner program and assisting with Southside Kitchen catering contracts.

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